Head of Mathematics

Head of Mathematics – Secondary Academy

Location:

Haringey, North London

Start Date:

April

Contract:

Full-time, Contract

Salary: UPS + TLR (dependent on experience)

Our specialist education recruitment agency is proud to be working in partnership with a successful secondary academy in the London Borough of Haringey, recently judged Good by Ofsted, to recruit an outstanding Head of Mathematics for an April start.

• A well-established and forward-thinking secondary academy.
• Most recent Ofsted inspection rated the school as Good.
• Strong academic focus with clear systems and expectations.
• Diverse, inclusive student community.
• Supportive and visible senior leadership team.
• Clear commitment to staff wellbeing, professional development and internal progression.
• The academy benefits from a positive learning culture, high expectations of behaviour, and a collaborative staff body committed to continuous improvement.

As Head of Mathematics, you will take full responsibility for the strategic direction, leadership and performance of the Mathematics department.

• Providing inspirational leadership and clear vision for the Maths department
• Developing and delivering a coherent, ambitious Mathematics curriculum across KS3, KS4 and, where applicable, KS5.
• Driving improvements in teaching, learning and assessment to secure strong student outcomes.
• Monitoring progress and attainment using data to inform departmental planning and targeted intervention
• Leading, mentoring and developing a team of Maths teachers, including ECTs
• Quality assuring teaching through lesson observation, work scrutiny and professional dialogue
• Overseeing exam preparation and contributing to sustained improvement in GCSE results
• Managing departmental resources effectively and contributing to budget planning
• Embedding high standards of behaviour, engagement and achievement within the department
• Working closely with senior leaders to support academy-wide priorities

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) – essential.
• Enhanced DBS certificate on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one – essential.
• A strong subject specialism in Mathematics.
• Proven experience teaching Maths at secondary level with positive outcomes.
• Previous leadership or management experience within a Maths department (or clear evidence of readiness to step into a leadership role).
• Excellent knowledge of the national Maths curriculum and current assessment frameworks.
• Strong organisational, leadership and communication skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality and inclusive practice.

• Competitive salary on MPS/UPS plus TLR for Head of Mathematics.
• Supportive induction and leadership development opportunities.
• Access to high-quality CPD within the academy trust.
• A stable and well‑resourced department.
• The opportunity to lead a core subject within a Good‑rated academy with a clear improvement trajectory.

• Access to exclusive leadership roles within academies across North London.
• Dedicated education recruitment support from initial enquiry through to appointment.
• Honest, professional guidance and interview preparation.
• Long‑standing relationships with schools and academy trusts.

• Enhanced DBS clearance
• Satisfactory references
• Right to work in the UK checks

Shortlisting is taking place on a rolling basis, and early applications are strongly encouraged.

For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact our education recruitment team today.